Destanee Williams (she/her)

 

Career Coach

dwilliams@youthjobcenter.org
847-801-0383

What do you like about your job?

I like that I’m able to serve youth. I believe that the youth are the future, in order to get them where they want there has to be people willing to help them and I love that YJC does that. 

Where did you work before YJC?

Before YJC, I was a manger at my University’s Snack Shop and an office clerk for 3 years. 

What was your first job?

My first job was at Roseland Hospital where I helped with records and help patients get service. 

What did you learn from your first job?

From my first job, I learned that I enjoy helping people and it is something that I want to continue to do. 

Has Your career path gone how you expected?

My career path is going how I expected it. I have my bachelors in Paralegal Studies and obtaining my masters in Social Work. My overall goal is to help and provide services to youth! Being at YJC is helping me get experience working with youth and I love it!

Fun Fact

Fun fact about me: My birthday is on Halloween